by Kyra Laubacher | Sep 3, 2026 | News, The Latest
The past few weeks have brought another exciting round of ballet career news—check out the latest farewells, appointments, promotions, and more in your September 2026 roster roundup. Promotions and Appointments At Boston Ballet, Francisco Schilereff has moved up to...
by Stav Ziv for Dance Magazine | Jun 26, 2026 | Career, Company Life
Being a performing artist is, in so many ways, a full-time endeavor, especially in a field as physically demanding as dance. But the vast majority of American companies don’t offer 52-week contracts. Dancers often have substantial layoffs throughout the year,...
by Pointe Magazine | Dec 30, 2025 | Just for fun, News, The Latest
Every year, we ask our readers to tell us about their favorite professional ballet performances. From narrative full-lengths to more intimate small groups, a variety of productions made this year’s list. Thank you to everyone who nominated, whether via email or...
by Kyra Laubacher | Nov 14, 2025 | Career, Digital Cover Star, Features
To get to know Tommie Lin Kesten a little better, we asked her a series of quickfire questions. Read on to hear more about the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre principal’s favorite ballet step, coffee order, good luck charm, and more. What is your favorite step in class?...
by Kyra Laubacher and Lilliana Miller | Nov 5, 2025 | News, The Latest
The past few weeks have brought another exciting round of ballet career news—check out the latest farewells, appointments, promotions, and more in your November 2025 roster roundup. Promotions and Appointments New York City Ballet recently announced six major...
by Kyra Laubacher | Nov 3, 2025 | Digital Cover Star, Pointe+
In rehearsals, Tommie Lin Kesten is in it. Even when she’s not dancing, the principal dancer’s eyes are trained on her fellow Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre artists. She asks questions, solves problems, and clocks minutiae. And from the get-go, she’s weaving her character...
by Kyra Laubacher | Mar 6, 2025 | News, Onstage, The Latest
The past few weeks have brought another exciting round of ballet career news—check out the latest farewells, appointments, promotions, and more in your March 2025 roster roundup. Promotions and Appointments New York City Ballet has named former soloist Gilbert Bolden...
by Pointe Magazine | Dec 27, 2024 | News, Onstage, The Latest
Introducing your 2024 Readers’ Choice Standout Performances! Each year, we ask our readers to tell us about their favorite performances. From exciting premieres to immersive literary adaptations, fan favorites, and sobering pieces in conversation with current events,...